Bringing a new pet into your home is exciting — whether it’s a kitten joining your senior cat, a playful puppy meeting your resident cat, or two adult cats learning to share space for the first time. But with all that excitement comes one big, common mistake that can derail the whole process: Introducing pets too quickly.

When you walk into a room full of kittens, it’s easy to fall in love with just one tiny face. But if you’ve ever wondered whether to bring home one kitten or two, here’s the truth: in most cases, two kittens are better than one — for them and for you.

Studies and shelter experience consistently show that kittens adopted in pairs adjust more easily, are less destructive, and often have fewer long-term behavior issues. Two really is the magic number!

From setting up their space to building trust and teaching routines, here’s what you can look forward to (and prepare for!) during your kitten’s first days at home.

Bringing home a kitten is one of life’s purest joys — those tiny paws, bright eyes, and endless purrs can melt even the busiest heart....

Here’s how to write an adoption bio that helps cautious kittens find the patient, loving homes they deserve.

One of the biggest questions new kitten parents have is: “How often should I clean the litter box?” The answer: Probably more often than you think. Especially with kittens.

If we want to keep saying “yes” to kittens from overcrowded shelters, bottle babies found outside, or kittens in urgent need of medical help, we have to make sure that adoptable animals are seen, noticed, and chosen. Adoptions are the engine that keeps the rescue machine running. So when things slow down? We have to adjust.

At Esther Neonatal Kitten Alliance, we want every adoption to be a success — not just for the kittens, but for you. So here are some key questions to help you decide if now’s the moment to welcome a new furry friend into your life.

Whether your kitten is bold and curious or shy and cautious, here are gentle ways to nurture connection and help them feel like they truly belong — heart, paws, and all.

Spaying and neutering are some of the most important — and most misunderstood — procedures in animal rescue. If you're a new adopter or foster parent, it's completely normal to feel nervous about putting a kitten or cat through surgery.

So you’re ready to adopt a cat — amazing! You’re about to change a life (and maybe your furniture forever). But now comes the big question: Should you adopt a kitten or an adult cat?

The first 24 hours are all about creating a gentle, positive transition for your new little friend. Kittens are resilient, but a new environment can be overwhelming — so your role is to provide calm, comfort, and space to adjust. Here’s what to expect, what to do, and how to set your kitten up for success from day one.

To keep your new pet safe and prevent any accidents, here are some simple steps to kitten-proof your home before adopting a kitten.

Bringing a newly adopted kitten home to join your resident cat can be exciting, but introducing two feline companions requires careful...

Adopting a kitten from an animal rescue is not only a responsible choice but also a more cost-effective one